@EliseMB I used witch hazel with alcohol in it for my padcicles. I posted a question about it on here and was told that it was fine. So keeping my fingers crossed. I figure if tucks has alcohol in it, then my witch hazel will be ok.

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Emohn22

@EliseMB I'm not sure why everyone thinks tucks are not safe? I have been recommended to use them many times by doctors during and after pregnancy. Even most sites recommend them. But I use the pads not the wipes, is there a difference? If you can find the round tub of them that is what was recommended to me.

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kitkatnyc

@Emohn22 I think people are just afraid that alcohol in the tucks or in witch hazel will sting. I have been using witch hazel with alcohol on my backside for some time and find it refreshing :)

@Emohn22 I think the reason ppl don't want to have alcohol in the witch hazel is because it can kill the good bacteria too. It's like how they used to recommend using alcohol to clean the umbilical cord stump but now they've seen significant research proving that the stump heals faster by 2 weeks if you don't use alcohol.

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karenolan

@EliseMB I think witch hazel is exclusively distilled in alcohol. (Scientific chemist by profession) I'd be surprised to get an alcohol free version. I'm using witch hazel with alcohol in it for my padcicles, the alcohol will help keep things clean. GL

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gina4140

Anything with alcohol could have a sting or burn. Maybe it won't but not taking chance especially for vaginal healing! Got some at whole foods. Also sell it at GNC. ;)

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J0811

@EliseMB I just ordered from puritans pride. Com for $5 and got free shipping

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psmomma23

If you're asking because you're worried it will burn or sting, it doesn't. I used them with my first when I had my episiotomy and they made it feel so much better! It was like PP said, very refreshing and I felt like it helped keep things a bit cleaner and more sanitary. Just my opinion but they don't sting! :]

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